What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chelsea?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chelsea is to rideshare which costs £15 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chelsea?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chelsea is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £35 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chelsea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at London Victoria. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chelsea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chelsea?

The distance between Cardiff and Chelsea is 145 miles. The road distance is 148 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Chelsea without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chelsea without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £35 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Chelsea?

The train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington takes 1h 53m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chelsea bus from?

Cardiff to Chelsea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chelsea train from?

Cardiff to Chelsea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Chelsea?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chelsea is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £35 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chelsea bus arrive?

Cardiff to Chelsea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Cardiff to Chelsea train arrive?

Cardiff to Chelsea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chelsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chelsea is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Cardiff to Chelsea.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Chelsea?

Book your Cardiff to Chelsea train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Chelsea?

Book your Cardiff to Chelsea bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chelsea?

There are 20300+ hotels available in Chelsea.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Chelsea?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Chelsea. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff to Chelsea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Chelsea by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 53m
£35–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
3h 50m
£7–35
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Greater London146.8 mi
3h 3m
£15
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5Uk940
4h 38m
£14–31
Drive 147.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chelsea147.2 mi
2h 40m
£37–53

Cardiff to Chelsea by train

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Distance: 144.3 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Chelsea, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoria every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £7–22 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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